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My husband and I have been to Aruba (which we love), and St. Maarten (which was ok), and the resorts we stayed at were not all inclusive. We are very interested in visiting Jamaica, but we prefer to explore islands, eat at different restaurants, and of course relax on the beach - so we aren't all inclusive people. I have read online that Jamaica is safe (just use common sense), and the locals are super friendly, but then you hear through word of mouth that Jamaica is not that safe. Would Jamaica be for us to visit, even if we decide to not do all inclusive? Thanks in advance for your help!

Hello, my family will be coming to Jamaica in 2 weeks time staying at Hilton Rose Hall, Montego Bay. we have our children with us aged, 7 and 6 year olds. as we are trying to make this an educational trip as well as a holiday, is it possible to arrange a short school visit as an experience for the children to experience their culture in a local school and also would like to attend a sunday morning service at pentecostal church if possible. I really do hope someone is able to help us. we would be most appreciative and would like to thank you in advance. Mrs Campbell

Trying to seeing if there is anyone on here that lives here so we can meet up. maybe we can learn from each other.
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Please help me with the attractions and things to do in Jamaica.

Hi There, we are going to Riu Ocho Rios for a wedding. Haven't read too many great reviews but it's a wedding. So, just to prepare myself, does anyone have any advice on what to bring.

I was wondering about the temputure in September

I'm visiting Jamaica in May, starting in Montego Bay and then spending a few days in Negril. From there I'd like to go to the Blue Mountains and fly out of Kingston. I know this is a lot of driving! But I'm up for it. Is there a bus, shuttle, tour, or any other cheap form of transportation from Negril to this part of the country? Do you have any recommendations for getting to Port Antonio, and then from Port Antonio to Kingston?

Thanks for any tips!

We are planning a trip to Jamaica in February 2014. I know this is really far in advance but we have to save $$ to go. How far in advance is too far to buy tickets? What are the lowest prices I can expect to get on a ticket? Is $500 cheap? We would be flying into Montego Bay... Thank you in advance for the help!!

What is the name of the company/place that conducts these horseback riding? We will be staying at Couples Swept Away in Negril....about how far from our resort does the horseriding begin and do they offer transportation back & forth from the resorts?

Thinking off going jamaica in 2months time 2 go see my long term friend but I'm a english woman who will b traveling alone my friend lives in country an said its safer 2 be there then the city I will be staying in his home plz get bk 2 me many thanks x

I have one day to go from Kingston to a meeing in St. Ann Bay west of Ocho Rios and get back to Kingston. I know the options are to (1) Rent a car and drive (2) take a JUTA (expendive), and (3) take the Knutsford bus and cab on either end. How good are the roads in between and how safe? Doable? It saves a bunch of $$ over the JUTA.

I had heard that time n place in jamaica was being torn down is this ture, and when I was hoping to visit this month

I will stay in Belmont, in 15 km from Sav La Mar. I would like to get authentic goods for my kitchen. Some kind of pots, spices, wooden spoons, baskets. Also, I always bring from my travel to different countries scarfs. Can I buy such things at Sav La Mar market? and last question, how I can get from Belmont to Sav La Mar?

Hi please can someone tell me about cheap hotels in Kingston? Thanks.

Hi my friend and I are going to Jamaica for one month we where thinking of hire a car but afraid as never drove in other countrys. My question is in one month will we be able to travel starting from Kingston, Blue Mountains, Black river, Savanna La Mar, Negril, Montego Bay,Falmouth Ochio RiosPort Maria and back to Kingston. Thanks

Hey, want to go to Ja for Party and Romance, but not sure which part of Jamaica to go to, and where to stay. I went before when girlfriends and we stayed in Montego Bay, any suggestions. My hunny and I want to have fun, party, and then romance at the same time, help!!! lol

Hi can somone tell me if in Jamaica we can stay at family please. As while in Cuba we stayed with familys and maybe there is the same thing in Jamaica. Thanks

Hi all my friend and I are planning to travel around Jamaica for 1month we are over 50years woman can anyone help us and tell us which is the best way to travel around and also about accomodation. Will it be good to hire a car? Thanks Carmen

Getting married in Negril at Sandals Negril on Aug 11, 2013. What is there to keep my guests entertained for Sat. during the day? Thanks

My family is planning a trip to Jamaica in December (just before the peak Christmas season). It looks like the prices for Grand Bahia Principe (Runaway Bay), RIU Montego Bay and Iberostar Rose Hall (not the suites) are all around the same price. I have two kids (4 and 1) and we really enjoy good food (my husband loves authentic Jamaican jerk). Which of the three resorts are recommended? I've also seen the Sunset brand resorts and I'm getting drawn in by the water parks (for the kids), but am a little weary of some reviews I've read about the rest of the resort. Any thoughts?

It is Oct 29. I am flying from ft. lauderdale to kingston. Is the road open from kingston airport to sandals riviera beach. I will be arriving sunday, nov. 4. Sandals in ocho rios said resort will be open but i want to make sure the taxi can get to ocho rios from the kingston airport. thank you

Hi all, I'm going to Breezes Grand in Negril from Jan 10-16, 2013. I was wondering if anyone has information on volunteering in the Negril area, as I'd like to do something off the beaten path while I'm down there. I have activities already planned for the evenings, but my mornings/early afternoons are wide open. Any ideas? Thanks!

Taking my friend to Negril to celebrate her wedding. Looking for a place on the beach to stay that isn't all family or elderly, and where we can have fun without it being mardi gras or clothing optional. Any recommendations?

I am planning a vacation from my mother and I for February 2013. As she is a bit nervous about traveling to Jamaica, we are opting for an all inclusive. Does anyone have any accurate information in comparing All Inclusives in Negril? Any help would be so greatly appreciated.

Looking for anybody in the states that might be going as well. I have been to the resort we picked before and will be doing a lot of "free" Snorkeling with my wife. If you want to hang out at an all inclusive that has free snorkeling off the beach reply back. Note: Must provide own snorkeling equipment ;)

Can someone help me by telling me where is the closest resort or vacation spot to Saint Catherine?

I just found out the Lighthouse Inn2 is closed in Sept. Is there any other places we can go near the lighthouse that has dinner and a view? Music would be great too. We really want to take in some local music. We will be in Negril Sept.5-12. Thanks.

Just booked my trip to RIU Mo'Bay with CaribbeanTL.com, just 17 more sleeps and I'll be in paradise, yeh mon!! Any tips/ advice from fellow travelers on things to do/ places to see in Mo'Bay?

does anybody know who is organising kingston tours from runaway bay or ocho rios?are tour operators going to kingston and where and to see what?

Since reading responses from those who have traveled the Jamaica wonderlands, I am considering Negril instead of MB. Talked to sisters and they are OK with it but they still want all inclusive. So probably RIU Paridise since they are all suites and in our price range. I would appreciate any advice here...is this a good hotel? We are easily swayed and will no doubt want to go into Negril for a taste of local culture. Best places for the over 60 crowd? LOL Traveling first week of Sept. We really are fun ladies but it has been a rough year! LOL want a little pampering along with our fun. Do I need to make bus reservations from the airport?